Root Vegetable

A moist pan stuffing that mirrors the herbaceous flavor of the turkey and gravy.

Red potatoes keep their shape well — they don’t disintegrate during cooking — and they absorb the flavors around them, like the garlic and rosemary in these pizzas. The flaky white crystals of Maldon sea salt, which is hand-harvested in Maldon, England, make a beautiful garnish for these pizzas. Active time: 1 1/2 hr Start to finish: 4 hr

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less. Makes use of the microwave oven.

For this recipe you will need 3 mini-muffin pans, each containing twelve 1 3/4- by 1-inch cups. Resist the temptation to make the bites in batches because the potato mixture will discolor.

In summer, this bread can be cooked on the grill; in cold weather, it's just as good prepared in the oven.

Cubans call this delicious stew enchilado, and while that might sound a lot like enchilada, the two dishes are nothing alike.

All you need to complete the meal is a simple green salad and your favorite Pinot Noir or Cabernet Sauvignon.

Active time: 1 1/4 hr Start to finish: 2 hr

The sprightly flavors in gremolata, a traditional garnish for osso buco, liven up our Lamb Chops with White Beans and can also add zip to other meats, soups, salads, grains such as rice, or even mashed potatoes. Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

The caramelized onion jam can be prepared three days before you make the sandwiches.

What could be better than this racy little salad with its spicy radishes, tender mâche, and crunchy endive tossed in a cool, clear dressing? Your guests can sit back, relax, and sip their wine before diving into the sweet finale of cake and tartlets. Active time: 30 min Start to finish: 30 min

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

(TORTA DI TRE CIPOLLE CON TALEGGIO)

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Serve grated cheese, sour cream, guacamole and salsa with the fajitas. Begin with Margaritas, and finish with coffee ice cream drizzled with Kahlúa.